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Video & Articles: Appliance & Equipment RepairKenmore Top-Load Wash Upper Agitator Replacement #WP8054468
Kenmore Top-Load Wash Upper Agitator Replacement #WP8054468
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$186.97Estimated Savings
$112.5001:52
- Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the upper agitator on a Kenmore Top-Load washing machine. The most common reason for replacing the agitator is if it is damaged or not spinning.
All of the information for this agitator replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Kenmore, Whirlpool
Tools used: 1/2" square drive
All of the information for this agitator replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Kenmore, Whirlpool
Tools used: 1/2" square drive
Step By Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the upper agitator in your washer be sure to unplug the power cord.
2
Lift up the lid and remove the fabric softener dispenser or agitator cap.
3
Lift out the cover and use a half-inch square drive to unthread the agitator retainer.
4
With the retainer loosened, you can lift off the old upper agitator.
5
Remove the retainer and spring.
6
Prepare the new upper agitator for installation by transferring the cam and cog assembly from the old component to the new one.
7
Holding the assembly in place, position the new upper agitator.
8
Insert the retainer and spring then use the half-inch square drive to tighten.
9
Align the cover and snap on the dispenser or cap.
10
With the repair completed plug the power cord back in and your washer should be ready for use.
Description
This video provides step-by-step repair instructions for replacing the upper agitator on a Kenmore Top-Load washing machine. The most common reason for replacing the agitator is if it is damaged or not spinning.
All of the information for this agitator replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Kenmore, Whirlpool
Tools used: 1/2" square drive
All of the information for this agitator replacement video is applicable to the following brands:
Kenmore, Whirlpool
Tools used: 1/2" square drive
Step-By-Step Instructions
1
Before you replace the upper agitator in your washer be sure to unplug the power cord.
2
Lift up the lid and remove the fabric softener dispenser or agitator cap.
3
Lift out the cover and use a half-inch square drive to unthread the agitator retainer.
4
With the retainer loosened, you can lift off the old upper agitator.
5
Remove the retainer and spring.
6
Prepare the new upper agitator for installation by transferring the cam and cog assembly from the old component to the new one.
7
Holding the assembly in place, position the new upper agitator.
8
Insert the retainer and spring then use the half-inch square drive to tighten.
9
Align the cover and snap on the dispenser or cap.
10
With the repair completed plug the power cord back in and your washer should be ready for use.
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